Assistant Surveyor

Job title:

Assistant Surveyor

Company

Kent County Council

Job description

Are you a driven and motivated individual ready to make a significant impact in the realm of property? Do you aspire to be part of a vibrant team committed to transforming Kent’s infrastructure? Look no further!Kent County Council (KCC) is on the hunt for dynamic Assistant Surveyors to join our innovative Infrastructure Real Estate team. This is not just a job; it’s a chance to contribute to the community by enhancing our diverse property portfolio.In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of exciting projects, working alongside seasoned Surveyors to optimize property value, slash operational costs, and champion the efficient use of assets. It’s an opportunity to engage in solution-driven work that directly benefits KCC and its partners.These roles are perfect for go-getters who relish the challenge of improving public estates while climbing the professional ladder in the surveying industry. Whether you’re part of our Estates team or our Disposals & Investment team, you’ll be immersed in a stimulating environment that fosters growth and innovation.Based in the stunning county of Kent, you’ll enjoy the best of both worlds – a fulfilling career and the chance to explore beautiful countryside, coastal havens, and historic locales. Join us and be part of something truly impactful.What you’ll do:

• Support the delivery of proactive property advice and guidance to KCC and its partners.
• Maximise value, minimise operational costs/liabilities, and promote efficient use of assets.
• Implement activity and operating policies to ensure that portfolios of land and property are managed effectively.
• Deliver a programme of property estate deliverables in accordance with KCC’s Strategic objectives, including Framing Kent’s Future
• Undertake your own and support specific projects, researching and providing advice and information on a range of issues.
• Ensuring value for money through driving externally procured property consultancy advice as necessary.

What you’ll need:

• A Level 3 qualification or equivalent or relevant first level professional qualification
• Experience of working in a similar environment, with a range of occupied and unoccupied property
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to think laterally with a problem solving approach.
• Knowledge of working in a property environment with a portfolio
• Good ICT skills.

Remuneration:Working for the Infrastructure Real Estate Team at KCC offers lots of benefits:

• A competitive salary
• Flexible and home working. Whilst you will be required to attend the office, meetings, and site visits, we operate flexible hours and support working from home by arrangement with your manager.
• Generous leave entitlement (29 days on appointment) and flexitime leave opportunity.
• An excellent local Government contributory pension scheme.
• Relocation assistance scheme (subject to eligibility requirements)
• Kent Rewards – A scheme where employees have opportunities to obtain goods and services at a discount.

We aim to let you know w/c 14th April if you have been selected for interview.If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, we would welcome your application.Contact DetailsMark ChevertonHead of Real Estates ServicesAbout the CompanyWork that works for you and us – let’s talk flexibility!KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county’s working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.KCC is transitioning to a new pay structure from 1st April 2025. More details can be found here –Please note – if you are interested, please apply as soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply.Job Description & Person SpecificationSalary £28,995 – £32,769 per annum
Contract type Permanent Full Time
Working Hours 37 hours per week
Location Invicta House, Maidstone , United Kingdom
Job category Property
Job Reference REF/TP/60159/12489
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Expected salary

£28995 – 32769 per year

Location

Maidstone, Kent

Job date

Sat, 08 Mar 2025 02:51:56 GMT

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